Business
New camp gives disabled teens real-time work experience
When students of the Arc of St. Charles came ready to work Monday at Frank’s Supermarket in Des Allemands, Manager Scott Guidry was glad to see them. […]
Year: 2016
Government
Reading program helps shy animals find forever homes
It isn’t always easy to be an animal and an introvert.
For many potential pets at the St. Charles Parish Animal Shelter, it can take a while for the right loving family to come along and provide a home. […]
Lifestyles
Teachers give up sick days for colleague who suffered stroke
Christi Fraychineaud’s fellow teachers at St. Rose Elementary School are trying to find ways to help her in any way they can. […]
Government
Sheriff appreciative of community’s show of support
In light of recent police shootings in Baton Rouge and Dallas, as well as a heated debate being waged nationally over cases of alleged police brutality, to be a law enforcement officer in these times is that much more stressful a duty. […]
Government
St. Charles Parish Council to consider tax increase
Without a tax increase, St. Charles Parish Council could be dealing with a projected $550,000 budget shortfall next year. […]
Crime
Former teacher who confessed to sex with teen accuses him of blackmail
Former Destrehan High School teacher Shelley Dufresne, who pleaded guilty to having sexual relations with a male student in 2014, has accused this same student of bragging about those relations on social media and attempting to blackmail her in return for preferential treatment and better grades. […]
Lifestyles
United Way Campaign leaders named
Representatives from St. Charles Parish Government, Louisiana Disability Law, and Creative Family Solutions are serving as chairmen for the 2016 United Way of St. Charles Fall Campaign. […]
Lifestyles
Parishwide Youth Rally will be held July 30
Alpha Daughters of Zion, St. Charles Community Services, St. Charles Sheriff’s Office along with United Way of St. Charles, St. Charles Parish Schools and Blessed To Be A Blessing will sponsor a parishwide youth rally for kids, adolescents, young adults and parents on July 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. […]
Lifestyles
Boutte Christian Academy campers make snack crafts
Boutte Christian Academy campers enjoy making snack crafts at camp. […]